Fleet
-
General News
Vietnam Airlines to Decide Between A350 and 787-9
Vietnam’s national carrier, Vietnam Airlines, has announced plans to purchase or lease up to 30 Airbus A350-900 or Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft for delivery between 2028 and 2030. Requests for proposals from potential suppliers will be accepted until October 8. This plan was first discussed in June, but the airline has now launched a more concrete tender process. This move…
Read More » -
News
LATAM Orders Up to 74 Embraer E195-E2 Aircraft
South America’s largest airline group, LATAM Airlines, has announced an agreement for a total of 74 Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, comprising 24 firm orders and 50 options. The total catalog value of the order is estimated at approximately $2.1 billion. Initial deliveries are expected to begin in the second half of 2026, with the aircraft first entering service at the group’s…
Read More » -
News
Condor Bids Farewell to Boeing 757-300s
German airline Condor has decided to retire its Boeing 757-300 aircraft, which have been in service with the carrier for a remarkable 35 years. On November 5, 2025, the airline will operate a special farewell flight on the Frankfurt–Vienna route, marking the final journey of this iconic model. Until the end of October, Condor will continue to operate six Boeing…
Read More » -
News
Red Wings Airlines Adds Another Tu-214 to Its Fleet
Red Wings Airlines has announced the addition of another Tupolev Tu-214 aircraft to its fleet. The aircraft, registered RA-64549, has become the third Tu-214 to enter service with the carrier. According to Andrey Volkov, Director of Fleet Operations Management, the jet received its airworthiness certificate following a comprehensive modernization of all systems and components. This delivery marks the second refurbished…
Read More » -
Airlines
Finnair Prepares to Renew Its Fleet
Finnair is planning a gradual renewal of its narrowbody fleet. The airline is considering an order for between 15 and 30 new aircraft depending on its operational needs. A final decision is expected by the end of the year. As part of the renewal plan, Airbus A319 and A320 aircraft are expected to be phased out. Finnair’s current fleet includes…
Read More » -
News
Spirit Airlines To Continue Flights Under Bankruptcy Protection
US-based low-cost carrier Spirit Airlines filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection for the second time last week. The company has secured approval from the US Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York, allowing it to continue operations without disruption. In a statement, Spirit Airlines confirmed that passenger tickets, loyalty programs, employee payments, and supplier services will remain unaffected.…
Read More » -
News
United Airlines Strengthens Its Fleet with 737 MAX 9 Deliveries
United Airlines is accelerating its fleet expansion efforts. The carrier has taken delivery of five Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft in just one week, marking a notable pace of growth. With these additions, the number of 737 MAX 9s is expected to soon surpass the airline’s 737-900ER fleet. While United previously relied heavily on the 737NG series, the airline has…
Read More »